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T1 have officially announced the return of their Home Ground events for the 2026 LCK season. As part of the LCK Roadshow, Incheon and Seoul will host two special weekends where fans can experience T1 matches live during the regular season.

As players continue to acclimate to League of Legends in 2026, patch 26.03 rolls into town with a number of adjustments aimed at addressing player frustration. With plenty of changes coming, let’s take a look at the biggest changes coming based on the official preview. LoL Patch 26.03 is set to release on February 4th, 2026.

Tachanka is one of the most distinctive operators in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction. Known for his heavy armor, mounted firepower, and calm presence under pressure, he plays a key role in REACT’s fight against the Chimera Parasite. This article explores Tachanka’s background, his role in Operation Chimera, his psychological profile, and how his gameplay mechanics define him as a defensive anchor. Every detail is based strictly on established in-game information. Who Is Tachanka? Alexsandr Senaviev, codenamed Tachanka, is amore

In a significant legal blow to the operator of the world’s largest PC gaming platform, a UK court has ruled that a £656 million (approx. $900 million) class-action lawsuit against Valve Corporation can proceed to trial. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of 14 million UK Steam users, alleges that Valve has abused its dominant market position to overcharge gamers.

Leona stands as one of the most important figures tied to Mount Targon and the Solari faith. As the Aspect of the Sun, she represents devotion, order, and sacrifice. Her story blends belief, conflict, and duty, shaping both her identity and her role on the Rift. This article covers Leona’s origins, her bond with Diana, her rise as an Aspect, and her abilities as a warrior empowered by solar magic. Leona and the Solari Faith Leona was born on Mountmore

Tyson "TenZ" Ngo has officially unveiled the finalists for his VALORANT Community Awards, and the list features some of the biggest names from both the VCT and Game Changers circuits. Players and coaches from across the competitive scene voted to determine who'd earn a spot in the final running, and now it's down to the wire before the live ceremony hits on February 4th. This isn't your typical esports awards show. The whole thing came together through a partnership betweenmore

Though we're entering only the second League of Legends patch of the new season, it is never to early to start climbing the ladder. With so many champion changes, new item additions, and more, several Solo Queue standouts continue to emerge as players figure out the meta. So if you’re looking to keep climbing as the meta stabilizes, these are the best champions to climb ranked in LoL Patch 26.02.

Dragon Knight is one of the most lore-rich heroes in Dota 2. Known as Sir Davion, he is both a disciplined knight and the vessel of an ancient dragon. His story is built on honor, sacrifice, and a bond formed through blood and death. This article explores the full lore of Dragon Knight, focusing on his origins, personality, powers, and the lasting consequences of carrying an Eldwurm within his body. The Origins of Dragon Knight Sir Davion of the Scaledmore

Counter-Strike's coveted IEM series heads to Krakow, Poland, for the first time, replacing Katowice. This edition of the tournament will feature 24 top CS2 rosters in fierce competition.

After an intense set of online qualifiers, eight top-ranked teams will compete in the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 Finals in Malta. Teams will fight for a lion's share of the $1.15 million prize pool as well as Frequent Flyer Programme tokens.

PARIVISION shocked the Counter-Strike world by sweeping Team Falcons by 3-0 in the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 Finals, delivering one of the tournament's most dominant performances. The victory marks PARIVISION's first big trophy and caps off a stunning redemption arc for Ivan "zweih" Gogin, who lifted the championship hardware just months after a disappointing stint with Team Spirit that saw him struggle significantly, particularly during the Budapest Major. A Statement Win Nobody expected PARIVISION to steamroll through the final. Falconsmore

Learn fast, reliable ways to buy items in Dota 2: open the shop, set up Quick Buy, use the Secret Shop and courier, manage stash, and avoid common purchase pitfalls.

Team Liquid has always been a powerhouse but seems to be going through a crisis since the retirement of Aydin "Insania" Sarkohi. After a string of inconsistent results and struggling to find equilibrium with their new roster, Liquid failed to qualify to the ESL Birmingham 2026.

The BLAST Slam VI will kickstart the 2026 Dota 2 professional circuit in Malta on February 3 and we'll take a look at the full list of invites and the regional winners from the qualifiers. While some tournaments go years without major changes, the BLAST Slam series continues to evolve with every edition.

Strafe Esports had the chance to sit down with Alban Dechelotte, CEO of G2 Esports, for an exclusive interview. During the conversation, Dechelotte was able to discuss G2's long-term plans, the relationship between sports and esports, and their motivation to break into traditional sports.

Psyonix dropped Rocket League Patch 2.64 on January 22nd, and it's packed with more than just cosmetics. The South Park collaboration grabbed headlines, sure, but the actual meat of this update addresses player frustrations that have been building for a while. South Park Invades the Arena Running through February 5th, the limited-time event dishes out five free certified toppers featuring the show's main characters, each tracking different stats. You're getting Cartman (Turtle Goals), Stan (Goals), Kyle (Assists), Kenny (Demos), andmore

NAVI are storming into the lead at VCT EMEA Kickoff after taking down yet another name on their path to Masters Santiago qualification. With this win against Team Heretics, the team is 2 wins away from a spot at the first international event of the year. Following their victory, Strafe Esports sat down with Natus Vincere (NAVI) player Emirhan “hiro” Kat to speak on the team’s success thus far at Kickoff, his personal preparation in the off-season, the team’s goals for the season, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

BLIZZARD kicked off the year with its first Director’s Take of 2026, outlining significant updates coming to Overwatch 2. From a complete rework of the ranking system to adjustments in console aiming and events, the team detailed several community-driven changes that will shape the game’s next phase.

Team Heretics have arrived in 2026 with their debut match against Natus Vincere (NAVI) in VCT EMEA Kickoff, but perhaps not with the landing they were hoping for. Following the conclusion of their series, Strafe Esports sat down with Team Heretics player Benjy “benjyfishy” Fish to reflect on the team’s performance during the series, goals for 2026 following a quieter 2025, his thoughts on the game changes during the off-season, and so much more in this exclusive interview.

VALORANT’s beloved Reaver collection is set to return in Patch 12.01, featuring skins for Bandit and Butterfly Knife. The bundle will also include a player card, gun buddy, and spray.